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What are Presbyterian congregation
models? |
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Solana Beach
Presbyterian Church in Solana Beach, Calif. received the
"2000 ENERGY STAR for Congregations Award" from the
US Environmental Protection Agency. As a result of an energy audit,
780 fluorescent lamps and 88 incandescent bulbs were replaced
with new energy efficient designs. The church's energy consumption
was reduced by more than 25,000 kilowatt hours per year by this
simple measure. Cost savings amounted to $12,000 per year; carbon
dioxide emissions were reduced by 70,000 pounds per year. The
San Diego Gas and Electric Co. provided a rebate of $9,400, so
Solana Beach's net cost was only $5,900. |
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Also prompted by an energy audit
of church buildings, First Presbyterian Church
in Pitman, N.J. implemented many energy saving measures
in 1995. The church renovated the furnace (adding a switch to
choose natural gas or fuel oil), replaced windows, upgraded lighting
with energy efficient technology (including exit signs), and added
thermostats to many rooms to increase savings when not in use.
In addition to the physical changes, stewardship of God's creation
is included in this congregation's worship life through sermons,
hymns, and community activities. |
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As part of an overall conservation
plan, Southminster Presbyterian Church in
Beaverton, Ore. has signed an Energy
Pledge from Oregon Interfaith Power & Light (a program
of Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon). The pledge states that 1)
Southminster as a congregation will sign up for clean, renewable
power through the local utility company or that three of the congregational
members will become purchasers of renewable energy, 2) the congregation
has a designated contact person committed to energy efficiency,
and 3) the congregation will educate, organize, or take action
for further energy conservation. |
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In addition to energy conservation
measures as a congregation, Montclair Presbyterian
Church in Oakland, Calif. has encouraged its members and
friends to do likewise at home, school and work. The MPC Youth
Group sold 445 compact fluorescent light bulbs to church members,
friends, and neighbors and raised $1800 for a Mission Trip. Montclair
also addresses global warming from the pulpit, in adult education
classes, and in interfaith community settings. (Click here
for information on the national Youth CFL Project.) |
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